The Women's Football Show

Arsenal take the advantage in their Champions League tie against Chelsea - but there were some huge refereeing controversies. Lianne reacts to Sonia Bompastor's suggestion that perhaps referees should be brought in from the men's game and discusses what we should be doing to improve the standards of officiating across the board. Plus, ex-Arsenal star Rachel Yankey joins the show to chat about what it was like becoming England's first female professional footballer and to talk about Alessia Russo's fantastic season. Deborah Dilworth, the head of women's football at the football supporters association tells us all about Free Lionesses - an organisation that helps Lionesses travelling fans! And Luke Swindlehurst breaks down the Asia Cup results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The fastest hattrick in WSL history! Bunny Shaw makes history in 13 minutes - but should she be in the conversation for the Ballon d'Or? Lianne Sanderson thinks so! Plus, the legend Kelly Smith joins Lianne to reflect on her incredible career - her current role as a striker coach at Arsenal and what it was like to watch them win the Champions League last year. And director of women’s football at the FA, Sue Day, chats to us about a fantastic campaign which is aiming to increase access to football for girls at school. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever wondered just how Lucy Bronze managed to win the Euros with a broken leg? Well, she reveals all as she joins Lianne Sanderson for an exclusive chat! She’ll chat about reaching 145 England caps, challenging for the Champions league - and why it was so important to her that she played last summer for the Lionesses despite her injury. Plus, after Chelsea's League Cup win, Uma Gurav joins to break down the final - as well as the race for Europe in the WSL! NWSL expert Grant Engle reflects on the opening weekend of the league in the USA and as the organisation GOALS launches their GOALS Girls Hour, we hear from ambassador Priscilla Anyabu and grassroots football champions Tyra Mills! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An emphatic start to the Lionesses' World Cup qualifying campaign with 2 big wins...but how healthy is their defensive line looking ahead of those crucial ties against Spain? Kit Shepard from The Times reflects on England's performances against Iceland and Ukraine. Uma Gurav joins to break down how the other Home Nations and the Republic of Ireland are getting on in their qualification campaigns. Ahead of the League Cup final, Chelsea's Lauren James discusses going up against her former club and former Portland Thorns coach Rob Gale previews the start of the new NWSL season! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the women’s football calendar getting too busy? After Leah Williamson refused to rule out the idea of a player strike, Lianne Sanderson chats to former England defender Mary Philip about . Plus, what have you made of Mary Earps’ recent comments on the reaction to her autobiography release? The former England goalkeeper admits she ‘learned some tough lessons’ - we'll reflect on what she's said. With promotion looking likely, Birmingham City boss Amy Merricks opens up on life in the WSL 2. And former England and Liverpool star Jess Clarke tells us about what it was like retiring from football. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should the Women's Merseyside derby have been played at Anfield? Why wasn't Arsenal's fifth round tie broadcast? And why has there been such outrage to proposals to reform the Women's FA Cup? Lianne Sanderson reflects on all that and more. Plus, how far could Man United go in the Women's Champions League? Man United expert and podcaster Conner Roberts joins the show to chat about that and the rest of the playoff ties. OH Leuven boss Arno van den Abeel discusses what it was like to make history in Europe despite losing to Arsenal, and Chatham Town manager Keith Boanas chats to Lianne about the magic of the FA Cup after his side made a fantastic run through to the fifth round. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a jam-packed weekend in the WSL, Lianne reacts to the departure of Chelsea's head of women's football Paul Green and what it means for the club. She also reflects on the Champions League playoff first legs and the prospect of an Arsenal vs Chelsea semi-final! Plus, Brentford Women's manager Carly Williams opens up on how her side are going for back-to-back promotions this season, with a huge fixture coming up at the Gtech stadium this weekend. Charlton fan and matchday presenter for London City Lionesses Charlotte Richardson speaks about her incredible career to-date. And Carla Thompson, director of player development at the NWSL, and coach and logistics coordinator Katie Richie joined me to chat all about the NWSL combine! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arsenal get one over Man City at the Emirates - but should the Gunners have been reduced to 10 players? Lianne Sanderson is joined by Uma Gurav to reflect on the controversial refereeing decisions during the game. They also discuss whether the relegation playoff is harming the league as the battle of the bottom of the table heats up. Plus, could London City Lionesses really sign Alexia Putellas? Well, we are joined in studio by the club's CEO Martin Semmens who opens up about the club's first year in the WSL and about the aims and ambitions for the future. And former England netball captain Tracey Neville joins Lianne to talk all about her new role as managing director at Stockport County Women - and about what it was like to grow up in the Neville family! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is going wrong for Chelsea? And have Manchester City well and truly staked their claim for the WSL trophy? Lianne Sanderson reacts to a title-defining weekend in the league. Plus, as Arsenal add another trophy to their collection, one of the all time greats of the game, Tobin Heath, chats to Lianne about the success of the inaugural Women's Champions Cup. Gotham FC general manager Yael Averbuch West chats about winning the NWSL last year - and about the disappointment of losing to Corinthians at Brentford Stadium. And Bournemouth Women's manager Helen Bleazard reflects on how her side have managed to stay unbeaten in league games for almost three years! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A huge defeat for Chelsea in the WSL had Sonia Bompastor conceding that the title race was probably finished....but is she right? Lianne Sanderson breaks down a potentially title-defining weekend of WSL action. Plus Man City's Khiara Keating chats to Lianne about what it's like to face Bunny Shaw in training, her love of cooking and her England journey! Jamie Groves, the founder of the celebrity charity match Goals 4 G.O.S.H , tells us why this fixture means so much to so many, as Lianne prepares to join the Roberto Carlos football festival this week. And comedian and Britain's Got Talent finalist Joseph Charm tells us why he thinks his beloved Arsenal can still win the Premier League AND the WSL! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lianne Sanderson chats to her former Arsenal teammate Alex Scott about everything including their Champions League win, I'm a Celebrity... and most importantly the upcoming Women's Champions Cup competition! Plus, Bristol City Women's manager Charlotte Healy opens up on her side's WSL 2 campaign and their promotion hopes. And we head down to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to hear from some of Spurs' new signings, Signe Gaupset, Matilda Nilden and Hanna Wijk, and super striker Cathinka Tandberg who tells us all about her love of Harry Kane!To get tickets from Spurs' upcoming WSL fixture against Chelsea, head to the Spurs website and look for the Tickets tab! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Lianne Sanderson for the first show of 2026! She will look back on the first set of league games from the year - can Man City hold onto their lead? Are Arsenal at a crossroads? And have London City Lionesses done the right thing by sacking Jocelyn Precheur? We'll discuss all that and more. Plus, England's Georgia Stanway chats to producer Uma Gurav about what might lie in her future. Dino from the 'Into the Channel' podcast chats about transfers and the NWSL. And Kitman Labs CEO Stephen Smith and former Finland international Anne Makinen join to discuss their study that looks into menstrual health and female athletes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For one last time in 2025, Lianne Sanderson breaks down all the action from the WSL! We're at the league's halfway point, and Man United and Spurs marked the occasion with a drama-filled 3-3 draw. Uma Gurav joins Lianne for loads more WSL chat, plus they discuss Lianne's top 3 moments of 2025 in women's football. Mindset coach and mental fitness expert Chris Larsen joins the show to tell us about his experiences working with professional players in the WSL and Premier League who face online abuse. And Arsenal Women Correspondent Tim Stillman reflects on how the Gunners are getting on this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

History made in the WSL as Chelsea's unbeaten run is ended by a resilient Everton side! Lianne Sanderson breaks down a huge weekend in the WSL alongside Uma Gurav. Plus, the one and only Arsenal legend Katie McCabe joins the show to chat about their Champions League win and how the side are overcoming the challenges of this season. And Liverpool defender Jenna Clark sits down with Lianne to reflect on how her side are not giving up despite a tough start to the campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.